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A thoughtful article, reproduced here with the kind permission of The Birdcare Company.

The nutritional requirements of chickens varies with age. Read our handy guide to help you select the right feed for your chickens.

Ever wished your birds wouldn't get sick? And it’s always your best birds, isn’t it! Losing hens, losing chicks, losing show champions. So why do they seem to be so vulnerable?

A very informative article, reproduced here with the kind permission of The Birdcare Company.

Whilst its true that you’re unlikely to see a chicken splashing about in a puddle, you might be surprised to know that bathing is still a vital part of their behaviour.

Positioned correctly, shower perches provide the perfect opportunity for parrots to mimic their natural behaviour.

Ducks and geese are often kept alongside chickens, but some of their requirements are quite different.

Quail are fairly easy to keep as long as you get the basics right. They can be kept on their own or in the bottom of a mixed aviary.

Birdy Bathtime!

Birds love to bathe – it’s a part of their basic natural behaviour and has both physical and mental benefits.

At one point or another most bird owners will need to move their bird from one location to another.

This might be a regular occurrence such as taking part in bird shows or one-off trips when buying and selling birds or transporting to a vet.